“This year’s grant recipients are bringing forward thoughtful, creative ideas, and by working together, we can help make those ideas a reality for residents across South Jersey,” said Randall Solomon, executive director of Sustainable Jersey.
Atlantic City Electric and Sustainable Jersey have announced the 2025 Sustainable Communities Grant winners, with a total of $35,000 going to seven municipalities – including Medford and Evesham Township – that are spearheading innovative environmental stewardship.
The program provides funding for initiatives that protect natural resources, create public green spaces and improve community infrastructure in the face of a changing climate.
“This program is all about elevating the work already happening in our communities,” said Jaclyn Cantler, a senior vice president at Pepco Holdings, Atlantic City Electric’s parent. “Across South Jersey, local leaders are bringing forward thoughtful, creative solutions that make neighborhoods stronger, greener and better prepared for the future.
“We’re proud to partner with Sustainable Jersey to identify and fund their efforts to help turn these ideas into lasting impacts.”
Since launching the program, Atlantic City Electric has awarded more than $350,000 in funding to local organizations to support projects that have also restored habitats, enhanced emergency systems and expanded public education opportunities.
Evesham Township will get $5,000 for the installation of a new water fountain system at Evesboro Downs Park, improving access to clean drinking water for park visitors and their pets, while supporting sustainable infrastructure upgrades.
Medford will also get $5,000 to convert an existing area into an educational trail and arboretum, creating a public space that promotes environmental education and engagement with nature.
“This partnership is about combining strengths to support the incredible work already happening in our communities,” said Randall Solomon, executive director of Sustainable Jersey. “This year’s grant recipients are bringing forward thoughtful, creative ideas, and by working together, we can help make those ideas a reality for residents across South Jersey.”
The electric company’s Sustainable Communities Grant Program helps advance cleaner energy solutions and support local infrastructure needs. In addition to funding local projects, the company provides customers with tools and programs to reduce energy consumption and emissions.
